January 18, 2012

Restaurant Rec: Slurping Turtle

by dan rodriguez

Yes, that’s what it is called and the name is, well, reasonably self-explanatory.

On a typically chilly Tuesday evening, we ventured out from the cozy walls of downtown apartment to 116 W. Hubbard where we found our way into a banquette in this new, noisy Asian-fusion restaurant. No reservation policy meant we were chancing it but I guess we looked cold enough to justify seating us immediately.

The menu is eclectic and, as you will see from this link, cuts across a wide swath of Japanese specialities. We mainly limited out choices on this round to the grilled items and a large bowl of ramen + noodles. While not a budget restaurant, you can have a pleasant repast for a manageable amount.